Award-Winning English Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...MA from the University of Chicago in the Humanities. My main areas of expertise are in German and English language and literature, including an emphasis on writing, reading, speaking, and listening comprehension, as well as essay writing at all levels. I've taught at Georgetown University for seven years, and presently teach at the German Language School of Washington, DC as well. Previously, I taught at the George Washington University, in addition to overseas, teaching English...

I am an extremely passionate learner, and I strive to share my infectiously positive attitude towards learning with all of my students. I have an undergraduate degree in physics from Dartmouth College, and a graduate degree in law from Harvard Law School.

Hi! I'm a former homeschool instructor, tutor, and classroom teacher with experience teaching children ages pre-K through middle school. I'm especially interested in helping with language arts, including reading, writing, and rhetoric. I have way too much fun with grammar and punctuation! I am a former translator who received a BA in chemistry and Chinese and a Master's in International Affairs.

...including chemistry, math, physics, and biology, and have worked with students in large classrooms, small group settings, and one-on-one to help them succeed. I'm especially passionate about chemistry, math, and technical writing because I find them to be fun puzzles. My educational background and hands-on training in biomedical research experience help me bring real-world examples to even the most abstract concepts, making learning more relatable. As a first-generation college student, I know how tough and...

...connections are made and things make sense, and I want to be the catalyst for those moments in other people--especially in topics that I find fascinating myself. I have always been an empathetic, patient person and love figuring out the best way that each person learns. Everyone is different, and so a different strategy is needed for each person. I am also a segway tour guide, and while teaching my guests how to ride a...

...many of the concepts but I eventually came up with strategies to tackle the material. Having struggled myself, I honestly feel I can relate better to other students in a similar predicament and therefore can better tutor them. As I mentioned before, I just finished medical school and I'm awaiting my residency match. I'm planning on pursuing orthopaedic surgery. In my free time I enjoy playing/watching basketball, working out, reading, enjoying movies and great restaurants with...

Hi students! I am graduate of Financial Accounting and Managerial Finance and my hobbies are poetry, music, performing arts, financial news, and new financial solutions and plans.

Hi, my name is Tatevik and I am a 2017 (B.S.) grad from the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. I currently work in consulting in DC and am passionate about STEM, data analytics, and management consulting. I enjoy spending time with my family and dog in my free time, playing tennis, and doing yoga.

I recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University, majoring in Environmental Engineering and Economics. Since coming to the east coast, I have tutored local Baltimore elementary students in elementary/middle school math and reading and writing. However, I also have experience teaching high school students for Science Olympiad, a common high school science competition. I am a super flexible tutor and believe that teaching styles should and can be adapted to every student's needs.

I'm a graduate from the University of Virginia having studied Economics & Psychology, with a minor in History, and I am currently obtaining my MBA from the Darden School of Business through the University of Virginia. I have been tutoring for about five years and I enjoy working with students to help them realize their passions for learning. I look forward to working with you!

...the privilege of working with students of all ages from first graders just learning how to read to graduate students navigating complex policy papers. My experience includes teaching elementary and middle school students in English Language Arts and Math, with a strong emphasis on building foundational reading comprehension, grammar, and essay writing skills across different genres narrative, persuasive, argumentative, and more. I've also worked with high schoolers preparing for Advanced Placement exams, including AP English...

...University. Currently, I work as a part-time French high-school teacher as I complete my certification program. One of the many gratifying aspects of my work is transmitting communication skills and the structure of French. Another is showing students that language is an expression of culture through which new experiences and perspectives can be discovered. It is through maturation, professional experience, and much conviction that I have come to my calling as a teacher and tutor....

...or study skills. With experience as a classroom teacher, academic coach, and college instructor, I'm especially skilled in supporting students with study skills, executive functioning, and academic motivation. I also have a deep love of math and enjoy helping students break down tricky concepts into simple, manageable steps. In addition to academic coaching and math support, I'm passionate about readingboth as a tutor and as a lifelong reader myself. I typically read over 100 books...

Hi! My name is Ally Williams and I am an undergrad student at New York University. I study International Marketing with a Spanish Minor. I have been tutoring for 3+ years in Spanish, AP/IB High School courses, and college admissions. I love seeing students want to learn and see them progress!

...Virginia. My major was Business Marketing with a focus in finance. In fall of 2015 I will be attending Georgetown University for my MBA. I am from Michigan and currently live in Washington, DC. I have tutored and mentored through High School and college and my passion is finding students best learning styles to achieve the best results. My favorite subject to tutor is algebra because I find it to be very intimidating yet simple...

I believe learning should be fun and exciting. I am patient and charismatic. I am a graduate social worker who enjoys reading, writing, and acquiring new information on an array of topics. My favorite genre is African American literature. I love collecting the classics. I hope that I can help you master a new skill and find a new approach to learning.... A hands-on approach where teaching comes from modeling first. Teaching should be fun. My...

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...the constant ambiguity of overcoming cultural barriers and other challenges. My in-depth study of Philosophy, in conjunction with the distinguished Honor System established at Washington and Lee University, has reinforced the importance of ethics, integrity, and responsibility. My Philosophical studies have also advanced my ability to rationalize complex information and ideas in order to make the necessary calculated and logical decisions. These experiences and attributes will make me an excellent tutor and academic mentor for...

...had good experiences with being tutored as a high school student, I came to prefer tutoring sessions in which I interacted openly and often with my tutor. I want to create a friendly, engaging environment with my students through constant interaction and dialogue that we can both benefit from. Since students today tend to dislike or under appreciate reading and writing, I want to make the learning experience as enjoyable as possible so that learning...

I am a current student at Virginia Commonwealth University. I am planning on receiving a Bachelor of Science in Psychology as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. I am extremely passionate about ensuring that my students not only achieve their academic goals, but that they also have a proper understanding of the material being taught.